Temporary skilled work visa holders working in regional South Australia or Greater Adelaide could be eligible to apply for permanent residency. Visit the Immigration SA website to understand the concessions available to people already working in South Australia.

The Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) is for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, family member or state government, to live and work in South Australia as a permanent resident. To be able to apply for this visa you need to submit an expression of interest and then be invited through SkillSelect to apply.

The Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS subclass 187) visa is a permanent resident visa for skilled migrants. The 187 visa enables South Australian employers to nominate skilled migrants from outside Australia or skilled temporary residents who live and work in South Australia to fill skill shortages in their business.

Business visas

If you have a significant history of business activity in your home country, and are looking to invest in an entrepreneurial activity in South Australia, there are several business visa options available.